What People Are Saying
“The recent Mark Martens Clinic gave me the opportunity to actually test the new footing at HIPICO Santa Fe. It gave us a lot of confidence and it’s apparent how much work and investment has been put into the site. We are excited for the new hunter rings and the arena layouts. The new footing blend held up great through all the riding – it’s tighter, firmer, and really supported the horses.”
— Meredith Houx Remiger, Owner/ Trainer, Sandia Farm
| “My concerns from last year are gone. The new footing is very elastic and HIPICO SF is on its way to developing world-class footing. I approve — and the horses like it too. I know this because they jumped so well.”
– Bruno Diniz Das Neves, Professional Competitor |
“I was impressed with the success and professionalism of the Santa Fe Summer Series. This show has been a nice change from the commercial horse shows that have lost the county-fair kind of charm.”
– John Pearce, Exhibitor, winner of the 2015 Grand Prix de Santa Fe
“Thank you to the sponsors and organizers for a fabulously run horse show. I am happy to be here and will most definitely be back. It is the best horse show in the country – especially in the west. If next year is a 6-week show, I’ll be back here every week. Phenomenal!”
– Courtney Frederick, Exhibitor, 2nd place in the 2015 Grand Prix de Santa Fe
“I wanted to say a big thank you for the amazing job you and your crew are doing out there, it has been lovely showing out there, and I have never been to a nicer VIP tent and the food has been wonderful! I’m looking forward to this week. Thank you again for your tireless efforts in making HIPICO Santa Fe one of the nicest horse shows in the country!”
– Sarah Invicta Williams, Exhibitor, Hunter Derby Winner
“Everyone knows how awesome horses are and thank you to HIPICO for hosting this event and bringing together the horse community here in New Mexico. This could be a real boon for the local economy. It is awesome to watch show jumping in your own backyard! We are looking forward to a future partnership with HIPICO Santa Fe.”
– Ashley Armijo, Coordinator for the New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding
“The Santa Fe Summer Experience has been an amazing experience for the brand Kastel Denmark. It is clear that the management team shares our passion, expertise, and devotion to horse sports. I will certainly be back next year and look forward to the opportunity to work with the entire team. This is one of the nicest horse shows I’ve attended in North America in a very long time. We appreciate the opportunity to sponsor such a quality equestrian event.”
– Susan Benson, Marketing Director for Kastel Denmark
“Very nice and very well-organized. One of the most beautiful shows I’ve been to.”
– Alberto Botas, Vendor, La Mundial
“We have been shown wonderful hospitality. Santa Fe is a spectacular town!”
– Michelle Bruchill, CWD Vendor
“The ladies in the show office were so welcoming and helpful. The welcoming spirit of all the staff at HIPICO, that’s what it’s really all about.”
– CB Sport Horse, Sponsor
“The office is on top of things and the rings have been running on schedule. The area has good trails, guest service is exceptional, and everything is great!”
– Cecily Coors, Exhibitor, Sponsor
“The show is running well and I like the footing in the grass ring.”
– Danny Cyphert, Exhibitor
“Excellent venue and gorgeous setting for vendors on the grass next to the Grand Prix Ring. We love being part of the HIPICO Market Place!”
– Susanna Davis, Vendor Animo
“Unbelievable setting and an incredible job putting together a top rated show in its first season. From the grounds, to the jumps, to the spectacular VIP area and facilities in general, they have done a fantastic job putting together a great experience for the the equestrian community.”
– John Flynn, Sponsor, Dioguardi Flynn LLP, with his wife Jen, has spent 15 years in the equestrian community and traveling the country
“I love the outreach classes you did for 5, 6, and 7 year old horses. I thought it was a nice opportunity and a great, non-competitive addition to the horse show.”
– Gina Friedman, Exhibitor, Midland, TX
“My daughter and I love the new HIPICO logo. It’s great to have such a beautiful facility and high quality show in my backyard! My daughter Frannie Twohig is 16 years old and was taken by surprise by the wonderful belt buckle gift that was given to her for being the first person in the hunter ring. She loves it–what a nice treat!
– Lisa Godin, Exhibitor from Albuquerque
“Every day has been better than the last. Just divine.”
– Henrietta Hall, Exhibitor, Sponsor
“Welcoming to vendors, extremely exhibitor-friendly, and very beautiful.”
-Katie, Vendor, Voltaire Design
“The grounds are beautiful and everyone I talk to is knowledgeable and friendly. It is stunning to watch the horses and riders in competition on the grass field. It’s superb! And I love the tents that give shade.”
–Laura, Spectator from Santa Fe
“Far exceeded my expectations. We are thrilled and grateful to be here. Definitely looking forward to next year!”
– Cindy Lay and Stewart Newman, Vendor, Exceptional Equestrian
“I can’t believe this is a first year event! It is wonderful to see how these grounds have been transformed. I see this as being a major national signature event for the City of Santa Fe and we are absolutely proud to participate in it.”
– Signe Lindell, Santa Fe City Councilor
“The grounds are beautiful and the people are knowledgeable and friendly. It’s incredible watching the horses and riders navigate the jumps. It’s more competitive and engaging than I imagined. Also I love the tents that give shade and allow for a nice breeze.”
– Steve Lucht, Spectator and New Mexican
“Simply stunning, exceeding initial expectations. The hospitality has been par excellence. Thinking about what is being done here makes me tear up and feel incredibly proud to be a Santa Fean. Looking forward to next year already!”
– Kendra Lyon, Exhibitor, Sponsor and local Santa Fean
“New Mexico has needed this event for ever! Both the venue and the show have both been so wonderful to participate in. We in the local horse community really needed this and we are so excited that you pulled it off! Can’t wait till next year!”
– Betsy McLelland, Exhibitor and New Mexican
“The hospitality is incredible. The staff obviously cares so much about the patrons.”
– Megan Newton, Exhibitor, Sponsor, Sleepy Hollow
“Beautiful location. The scenery really cannot be beat anywhere in the southwest.”
– Lewis Pack, Jumper Judge
“I can honestly say it has been a long time since I have been to a horse show with such a wonderful ambiance. There is a real hometown feel and the crowd is great. Horses really respond to their environment. A good crowd teaches us all to be competitors.”
– Canadian John Pearce, Exhibitor, 1st place in the $25,000 Twisted Tree Grand Prix
“Great atmosphere, fun people, low stress”
– Trevor Peterson, Exhibitor
“You guys are killing it!”
– Eryn Reminger, Sponsor Sandia BMW
“Brian said they wanted to make an event that felt as though we were coming to someone’s home for dinner. At 72, I’ve been to a lot of homes for dinner. From the moment we walked in, we felt completely at home.”
- Maria Sanchez, Spectator, Local Santa Fean
“My horses and I are so happy! The Santa Fe Summer Series staff has been very courteous. I really enjoy the atmosphere and the delicious food in the VIP Tent and the offering for complimentary massages blew me away! This is an amazing horse show!”
— SFSS 2015 Exhibitor
“VIP tent hospitality has been so attentive and accommodating. We can’t believe they brought us vegan food when we asked for it and had something for everyone on the menu. We only wish that the bar served mixed drinks and stayed open longer.”
— Sleepy Hollow Farm, Exhibitor and Sponsor
“I don’t think there is any horse show in the country that puts the level of attention to detail into the experience for the exhibitors, the horses, and the VIP services that I’m seeing at HIPICO Santa Fe – I’m serious! Not even West Palm Beach!”
— Oscar Soberon, FEI Course Designer
“This is amazing…I am in awe!”
– VIP patron expressed upon entering the facility
“HIPICO Santa Fe is our absolute favorite horse show. We had the time of our lives in your VIP Lounge. We can’t wait to come back this summer!”
–Kelli and Elli Araujo, Savoy Stables, Littleton CO.
“I was impressed with the success and professionalism of the Santa Fe Summer Series. This show has been a nice change from the commercial horse shows that have lost the county-fair kind of charm.”
– John Pearce, Exhibitor, winner of the 2015 Grand Prix de Santa Fe
“I wanted to say a big thank you for the amazing job you and your crew are doing out here. It has been lovely showing out there, and I have never been to a nicer VIP tent with such wonderful food! I’m looking forward to next year. Thank you again for your tireless efforts in making HIPICO Santa Fe one of the nicest horse shows in the country!”
– Sarah Invicta Williams, Exhibitor, Hunter Derby Winner, New Mexican
“HIPICO Santa Fe is our absolute favorite horse show. We had the time of our lives in your VIP Lounge. We can’t wait to come back this summer!”
– Kelli and Elli Araujo, Exhibitor, Savoy Stables, Littleton CO
“Everyone knows how awesome horses are and thank you to HIPICO for hosting this event and bringing together the horse community here in New Mexico. This could be a real boon for the local economy. It is awesome to watch show jumping in your own backyard! We are looking forward to a future partnership with HIPICO Santa Fe.”
– Ashley Armijo, Coordinator for the New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding
“The Santa Fe Summer Experience has been an amazing experience for the brand Kastel Denmark. It is clear that the management team shares our passion, expertise, and devotion to horse sports. I will certainly be back next year and look forward to the opportunity to work with the entire team. This is one of the nicest horse shows I’ve attended in North America in a very long time. We appreciate the opportunity to sponsor such a quality equestrian event.”
– Susan Benson, Marketing Director for Kastel Denmark
“Very nice and very well-organized. One of the most beautiful shows I’ve been to.”
– Alberto Botas, Vendor, La Mundial
“We have been shown wonderful hospitality. Santa Fe is a spectacular town!”
– Michelle Bruchill, CWD Vendor
“The ladies in the show office were so welcoming and helpful. The welcoming spirit of all the staff at HIPICO, that’s what it’s really all about.”
– CB Sport Horse, Sponsor
“The office is on top of things and the rings have been running on schedule. The area has good trails, guest service is exceptional, and everything is great!”
– Cecily Coors, Exhibitor & Sponsor
“The show is running well and I like the footing in the grass ring.”
– Danny Cyphert, Exhibitor
“Excellent venue and gorgeous setting for vendors on the grass next to the Grand Prix Ring. We love being part of the HIPICO Market Place!”
– Susanna Davis, Vendor Animo
“Unbelievable setting and an incredible job putting together a top rated show in its first season. From the grounds, to the jumps, to the spectacular VIP area and facilities in general, they have done a fantastic job putting together a great experience for the equestrian community.”
– John Flynn, Sponsor, Dioguardi Flynn LLP, with his wife Jen, has spent 15 years in the equestrian community and traveled all over the country
“Thank you to the sponsors and organizers for a fabulously run horse show. I am happy to be here and will most definitely be back. It is the best horse show in the country – especially in the west. If next year is a 6-week show, I’ll be back here every week. Phenomenal!”
– Courtney Frederick, Exhibitor, 2nd place in the 2015 Grand Prix de Santa Fe
“I love the outreach classes you did for 5, 6, and 7 year old horses. I thought it was a nice opportunity and a great, non-competitive addition to the horse show.”
– Gina Friedman, Exhibitor, Midland, TX
“My daughter and I love the new HIPICO logo. It’s great to have such a beautiful facility and high quality show in my backyard! My daughter Frannie Twohig is 16 years old and was taken by surprise by the wonderful belt buckle gift that was given to her for being the first person in the hunter ring. She loves it–what a nice treat!”
– Lisa Godin, Exhibitor, Albuquerque, NM
“Every day has been better than the last. Just divine.”
– Henrietta Hall, Exhibitor, Sponsor
“Welcoming to vendors, extremely exhibitor-friendly, and very beautiful.”
– Katie, Vendor, Voltaire Design
“The grounds are beautiful! It’s impressive to see the change from the old Polo grounds. It’s really superb and a great thing for Santa Fe! I’m excited to see what else happens at HIPICO.”
– Laura, Spectator from Santa Fe
“Far exceeded my expectations. We are thrilled and grateful to be here. Definitely looking forward to next year!”
– Cindy Lay and Stewart Newman, Vendor, Exceptional Equestrian
“I can’t believe this is a first year event! It is wonderful to see how these grounds have been transformed. I see this as being a major national signature event for the City of Santa Fe and we are absolutely proud to participate in it.”
– Signe Lindell, Santa Fe City Councilor
“The grounds are beautiful and the people are knowledgeable and friendly. It’s incredible watching the horses and riders navigate the jumps. It’s more competitive and engaging than I imagined. Also I love the tents that give shade and allow for a nice breeze.”
– Steve Lucht, Spectator and New Mexican
“Simply stunning, exceeding initial expectations. The hospitality has been par excellence. Thinking about what is being done here makes me tear up and feel incredibly proud to be a Santa Fean. Looking forward to next year already!”
– Kendra Lyon, Exhibitor, Sponsor & local Santa Fean
“New Mexico has needed this event for ever! Both the venue and the show have been so wonderful to participate in. We in the local horse community really needed this and are so excited that you pulled it off! Can’t wait till next year!”
– Betsy McLelland, Exhibitor & New Mexican
“The hospitality is incredible. The staff obviously cares so much about the patrons.”
– Megan Newton, Exhibitor & Sponsor, Sleepy Hollow
“Beautiful location. The scenery really cannot be beat anywhere in the southwest.”
– Lewis Pack, Jumper Judge
“I have lived in Santa Fe for many years and witnessed the incredible transformation from the Santa Fe Horse Park to HIPICO Santa Fe. They have given life to an equine possibility that always lingered here but which now has a proper face. Well done! The hospitality of everyone, from the work crews to the owners, has been so pleasantly positive and welcoming. This is the way every horse show should be.”
— Jyoti Parry, Sidelines Magazine
“I can honestly say it has been a long time since I have been to a horse show with such a wonderful ambiance. There is a real hometown feel and the crowd is great. Horses really respond to their environment. A good crowd teaches us all to be competitors.”
– Canadian John Pearce, Exhibitor, 1st place in the $25,000 Twisted Tree Grand Prix
“Great atmosphere, fun people, low stress.”
– Trevor Peterson, Exhibitor
“You guys are killing it!”
– Eryn Reminger, Sponsor Sandia BMW
“Brian Gonzales said they wanted to make an event that felt as though we were coming to someone’s home for dinner. At 72, I’ve been to a lot of homes for dinner. From the moment we walked in, we felt completely at home.”
– Maria Sanchez, Spectator, local Santa Fean
“My horses and I are so happy! The Santa Fe Summer Series staff has been very courteous. I really enjoy the atmosphere and the delicious food in the VIP Tent and the offering for complimentary massages blew me away! This is an amazing horse show!”
— SFSS 2015 Exhibitor
“VIP tent hospitality has been so attentive and accommodating. We can’t believe they brought us vegan food when we asked for it and had something for everyone on the menu. We only wish that the bar served mixed drinks and stayed open longer.”
— Sleepy Hollow Farm, Exhibitor and Sponsor
“I don’t think there is any horse show in the country that puts the level of attention to detail into the experience for the exhibitors, the horses, and the VIP services that I’m seeing at HIPICO Santa Fe – I’m serious! Not even West Palm Beach!”
— Oscar Soberon, FEI Course Designer
“This is a wonderful place to have a horse show, with such openness and mountains in every direction. I’m definitely not in Georgia anymore. Everyone is super friendly and it has been a great experience.”
— Catherine Trice, Sponsor, Sales Associate, Equestrian Division, GGT Footing
“This is amazing…I am in awe!”
– VIP patron expressed upon entering the facility
